Sexism knows no political bounds Nov 22, 2009
She was compared to the Glenn Close character in the movie Fatal Attraction - the character who has an affair and then turns into a deranged stalker when the guy calls it off. Republican consultant Roger Stone founded an anti-Clinton group with an unprintable and misogynistic acronym. (Boston Globe)
Wiesel slams tea partiers Nov 7, 2009
") "Sarrasine" should obviously be made into a movie as should Th?ophile Gautier's piquant transvestite adventure, "Mademoiselle de Maupin" (1835), which Greta Garbo wanted to star in but never did. Turner Classic Movies recently showed a fantastic day-long series of Jean Seberg films. While probably known best for "Breathless" (1960), the TCM presentation showed, I think, that her true mastery is in "In the French Style" (1963) and "Lilith" (1964). I love the sophistication and silken glamour... (Salon)
Jason Whitlock Makes Don Draper Look Enlightened Oct 28, 2009
Thats probably why Whitlock didnt satirize the Fatal Attraction angle in his piece. He had enough good sense to know that the prospect of wives and kids getting killed over some trim on the side wasnt funny. (Slate)
Steve Phillips Oct 27, 2009
Affair Evokes 'Fatal Attraction' Movie ... Allen was referring to the blockbuster 1987 movie "Fatal Attraction" in which a character played by Glenn Close became obsessed with her married lover, played by Michael Douglas. (ABC News)
Oscar-winner Haggis quits Scientology Oct 27, 2009
He also criticised the church for its alleged policy of disconnection in which members must cut ties with anyone deemed critical of the organisation that counts Tom Cruise, John Travolta and Fatal Attraction star Anne Archer - Daviss mother - among its followers. Haggis said his wife, Deborah Rennard, had been forced to disconnect from her parents after they resigned from the church, and did not speak to them for a year and a half. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
How Scientology Attracts CelebritiesChurch sought to attract high-profile figures as "walking success stories." Oct 25, 2009
" Nightline: ...Presbyterian Church doesn't have a wing that emphasizes reaching celebrities ...Why do you think there was this emphasis on celebrity? Scobee: ...One of the purposes of Celebrity Centre is to make celebrities walking success stories of Scientology. Tommy Davis is the director of public affairs for the Church of Scientology. His mother is the actress Anne Archer, who was nominated for an Academy Award for her role as a betrayed housewife in the movie "Fatal Attraction. "... (ABC News)
Camille Paglia Oct 23, 2009
You draw some very intriguing parallels between "Lilith," "Basic Instinct" (for which I did the DVD commentary) and "Play Misty for Me," one of my all-time favorite films and the blatant inspiration for "Fatal Attraction." Jessica Walter tears up the scenery in "Play Misty," as she also did in the film version of Mary McCarthy's "The Group." It's a scandal that Walter was underutilized in Hollywood, although she has made her presence felt in TV. In the glory days of the old studio system, roles... (Salon)
Metro- You have a better chance of getting hit by lightning than seeing a mower along the roadways. ... Oct 22, 2009
Obviously that ESPN analyst never saw 'Fatal Attraction. His bad. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Crime time TV: A to Z Oct 19, 2009
Fis for Fatal Attraction ... F is for Fatal Attraction. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Matt Frei's diary Oct 16, 2009
Global popularity has clung to him like Glenn Close to Michael Douglas in Fatal Attraction. As he himself liked to tell swooning crowds during his sweeping election campaign: "It's all about you!". (BBC News -- Americas)
Daily TV and radio guide Oct 10, 2009
A stranger develops a fatal attraction to a psychologist. Antonio Banderas. (Boston Globe)
Kisses & misses Sep 16, 2009
Sort of a cross between Unfaithful and Fatal Attraction, Chloe is a trashy remake of a French film, and it s directed by Atom Egoyan, generally known for more serious and cerebral fare ... Sort of a cross between Unfaithful and Fatal Attraction, Chloe is a trashy remake of a French film, and it s directed by Atom Egoyan, generally known for more serious and cerebral fare. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
'Chloe' premieres amid condolences for co-star Neeson after death of wife Sep 15, 2009
" "Chloe," inspired by the French drama "Nathalie," revolves around a woman (Julianne Moore) who suspects her husband (Neeson) of cheating and hires a prostitute (Amanda Seyfried in the title role) to try to seduce him as proof of his infidelity. The story twists into "Fatal Attraction" territory as lies, jealousy, suspicions and obsessions mount among the couple, their teenage son and Chloe. "Everybody in this film has a somewhat different perception of the events and therefore a different... (FOX61, CT)
`Chloe' debuts amid condolences for co-star Neeson Sep 15, 2009
The story twists into "Fatal Attraction" territory as lies, jealousy, suspicions and obsessions mount among the couple, their teenage son and Chloe. "Everybody in this film has a somewhat different perception of the events and therefore a different reality," Moore said. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
A Guy Thing? Sep 12, 2009
People are fragile, so you gotta be careful before you end up in a Fatal Attraction situation ... I have NEVER done the Fatal Attraction bit. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Sandra Bullock's 'All About Steve' Stalker Is Just Misunderstood Sep 4, 2009
HOLLYWOOD Some of the most memorable characters in Hollywood history have been stalkers: Glenn Close in "Fatal Attraction," Anthony Perkins in "Psycho," Cameron Diaz in "Vanilla Sky." Sure, the word has received a negative connotation. over the years but now, the reigning queen of romantic comedy is hoping to put the "fun" back in, um, "fanatic.". (VHI.com -- Music News)
Vancouver International Writer's Fe... Aug 24, 2009
Other great topics include Crime, Not Punishment, Still Waters, The Road Maps of Life, Polyphony, Dig Deep and Almost Fatal Attraction. October 25th 2009. (Suite101.com)
Actress Glenn Close dines at New Hartford restaurant Aug 21, 2009
Close, 62, is best known for her role as Alex Forrest in the 1987 film Fatal Attraction. She has been nominated for five Oscars, and has won two Emmys, two Golden Globes and Screen Actors Guild Award, according to. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Woman Says She Feared Pitino's Wrath Aug 16, 2009
Rick obviously didn't see Fatal Attraction. by freespeechrules August 14, 2009 11:46 AM EDT. (CBS News)
M. Douglas 'devastated' by drug charges against son Aug 13, 2009
Michael Douglas, who is married to actress Catherine Zeta-Jones, won an Oscar for his leading role in 1987's "Wall Street" and has starred in "Fatal Attraction," "Traffic" and "You, Me and Dupree.". Recommend. (Yahoo! Asia News)
Mischa Barton is laughable in Homecoming Jul 18, 2009
Younger filmgoers who actually watch these actors on TV might someday embrace Homecoming for its campy moments watching Mischa Barton attempt to channel Glenn Close in Fatal Attraction is admittedly good for a few laughs but most will find this a big snooze. If youre really in the mood for a homecoming movie, rent Romy and Michelles High School Reunion instead. (MSNBC -- Movies)
Douglas recalls Cuckoos Nest, Wall Street Jul 17, 2009
Fatal Attraction, 1987: The pitch on Fatal Attraction was so simple: A married man has an affair with a wacko who basically takes after his marriage. That was sort of the start, maybe a little earlier, the start of me playing these not particularly popular (or) nice characters and winning audiences over. (MSNBC -- Movies)
'TV Land PRIME Presents the AFI Life Achievement Award' on July 19th at 9pm ET/PT Jul 17, 2009
Viewers can log on to and enter The 37th AFI Life Achievement Award Michael Douglas DVD Sweepstakes for a chance to win a special edition DVD Box Set featuring Michael Douglas in nine of his blockbuster hits: "The American President," "Basic Instinct," "The China Syndrome," "Falling Down," "Fatal Attraction," "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest," "Romancing the Stone," "Wall Street" and "Wonder Boys." The deadline to enter the sweepstakes is Thursday, August 12, 2009. The evening is presented by HP... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Michael Douglas muses on his most memorable films Jul 17, 2009
"Fatal Attraction," 1987: "The pitch on 'Fatal Attraction' was so simple: A married man has an affair with a wacko who basically takes after his marriage ... That was sort of the start, maybe a little earlier, the start of me playing these not particularly popular (or) nice characters and winning audiences over. Where basically you start off as an adulterer, and ultimately the audience is rooting for you. I don't quite know where I got this sort of enjoyment, I think it's a little bit about... (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Best Michael Douglas Movies Jun 21, 2009
Wall Street, Fatal Attraction, Basic Instinct, Falling Down ... Fatal Attraction (1987) ... Keeping in line with his history of playing ethically dubious characters, Michael Douglas took on the role of a philandering husband in the grownup thriller Fatal Attraction. (Suite101.com)
Four scenarios for next season of Lost Jun 16, 2009
Thats what Jacob said right before Ben, seething from decades of neglect and silence, stabbed his ephemeral liege in the heart with a ferocity (and dubious technique) unseen onscreen since Glenn Close went after Michael Douglas in Fatal Attraction. (Im not going to be ignored, Dan, er, Jacob. (MSNBC -- News)
Sub-Genres of the Hollywood Thrille... May 31, 2009
Fatal Attraction (1987). Basic Instinct (1992). (Suite101.com)
Acclaimed Actress Glenn Close Addresses SCAD Graduates May 31, 2009
Close received four additional Oscar nominations for performances in "The Big Chill," "The Natural," "Fatal Attraction" and "Dangerous Liaisons." Other popular films that she has appeared in include "Jagged Edge," "Reversal of Fortune," "Air Force One" and "101 Dalmatians.". On television, Close is most recently known for her new, critically acclaimed FX drama series, "Damages," of which the Los Angeles Times said, "Close's performance illuminates rather than outshines with its high wattage." In... (PR Newswire)
Songs To Stop A Heart May 13, 2009
A medley of cinematic love songs is accompanied by scenes from such films as "Casablanca" and "Breakfast at Tiffany's." (What, "Fatal Attraction" didn't have a theme song. . (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Obama charms the A-list but his critics aren't laughing May 11, 2009
Film director Steven Spielberg was a guest at the Time magazine table, while Fortune magazine nabbed Fatal Attraction star Glenn Close and the father of Star Wars, George Lucas. Actress Demi Moore, her husband Ashton Kutcher, Sting and actor Kevin Bacon also attended. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Obama pokes fun at journalists May 10, 2009
Guests at the Time Magazine table included film director Steven Spielberg while Fortune Magazine nabbed "Fatal Attraction" star Glenn Close and the father of "Star Wars" George Lucas. Actress Demi Moore, hubby Ashton Kutcher and actor Val Kilmer were reportedly in line for CNN hospitality, while People Magazine had a red carpet's worth of stars including Sting, Kevin Bacon and Brooke Shields. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Angry + crazy + violent = all the rage May 9, 2009
This isn't Fatal Attraction, where Glenn Close went nuts because Michael Douglas slept with her and then ditched her. It isn't The Hand That Rocks the Cradle, where Rebecca De Mornay was crazed because she couldn't have a baby. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
Obsessed Movie Review May 8, 2009
Obsessed is a somewhat predictable, kind of mild foray into Fatal Attraction territory, It's also more entertaining than it probably should be, thanks mostly to the cast. Yes, it's campy. (Suite101.com)
Film review: Bad screenplay kills 'Ghost of Girlfriends Past' May 8, 2009
Archer, who starred with Douglas in 1987 s Fatal Attraction, is wasted, used for the one scene with McConaughey and then is left in the background. The Ghosts of Girlfriends Past probably sounded like a good idea, but good ideas need to be turned into good screenplays something this film just doesn t have. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
The McConaughey Mystery: King of Hunks May 3, 2009
Its deficiencies are too severe to bother tearing apart: Connor's short, charisma-deficient brother (Breckin Meyer) who comes from a totally other gene pool, if not gene planet, than his studly sib; cinematography that makes everyone except McConaughey look ugly (the same artless deglamorizing recently evident in 17 Again and State of Play); hapless guest appearances by Michael Douglas and Anne Archer, who must have wished they were back in Fatal Attraction; a background score comprising random... (Time.com)
Jennifer Wong, 39 May 3, 2009
In 1987, U2's The Joshua Tree won a Grammy for best album, the movie Fatal Attraction came out, and radio stations were playing Madonna's Open Your Heart. It was also the year that Vancouver native Jennifer Wong started working at clothing retailer Aritzia. (Globe and Mail)
Beyonce goes to camp with slick 'Obsessed' May 1, 2009
The fight scene may be one of the year's best -- yup, even better than those in "Fighting" -- and the key reason to see this "Fatal Attraction" clone. Unlike Glenn Close's iconic film, "Obsessed" doesn't saddle the leading man with a meek wife. (Sioux City Journal)
Iraq Attacks Recall Dark Days Apr 28, 2009
Movie critics hand all-around pans to Obsessed, which the NYT a cheap imitation of Fatal Attraction with lead actors that look creepily like O.J. and Nicole Brown Simpson. Not that the jury was still out, but the WP's is that Beyonc "cannot act. Neither can Sasha Fierce.". (Slate)
Obsessed review: Oh no, she didnt! Apr 28, 2009
Fatal Attraction minus the actual affair shouldve played up the camp ... moment in this Beyonc vehicle, unlike Fatal Attraction 22 years ago. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Devil Is in the Fictitious Details in Howard's 'Demons' Apr 28, 2009
And in the 1980s film, Fatal Attraction, Glenn Closes Alex character goes after already hitched Michael Douglas Dan with a vengeance. Using the same plotline with a multicultural twist, Obsessed clawed its way to No. 1 at the domestic box-office, taking in more than $28 million. (Newsmax)
"Obsessed" tops weekend box office in North America Apr 28, 2009
"Obsessed," reportedly made with a cost about 20 million dollars, was described as an interracial version of the 1980's classic "Fatal Attraction.". Actress Ali Larter poses at the premiere of the film "Obsessed" in New York, April 23, 2009. (Xinhuanet, China)
Audience gets Obsessed to the tune of $28M Apr 28, 2009
Audiences were in the mood for some fatal attraction action at the box office ... Obsessed was not screened in advance for critics, and those who reviewed it generally trashed the movie as a lame retread of 1987s Fatal Attraction, which starred Glenn Close as a demented woman pursuing a married man, played by Michael Douglas. (MSNBC -- Movies)
Obsessed: Heres to the ladies who lunge Apr 28, 2009
But shes mainly working the Fatal Attraction vibe with the suicide attempt and child-napping and home invasion-ing. Not that Obsessed has the cultural vibe of that earlier thriller; as queer Canadian filmmaker Bruce LaBruce noted recently on Twitter, If Glenn Close played AIDS in Fatal Attraction, whats the white woman in Beyoncs Obsessed playing. (MSNBC -- Movies)
Beyonce drama stalks way to top Apr 28, 2009
Obsessed, starring singer Knowles and The Wire actor Elba, was the top film despite many US reviewers dismissing it is as a poor rehash of 1987's Fatal Attraction. Box office takings for the weekend were about $112m (76. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Sun, sand, and a second wedding Apr 4, 2009
The actress, who was Michael Douglas's wronged wife in "Fatal Attraction," has put her Rhode Island condo on the market for $1. 1 million. (Boston Globe)
More quirks than risks in 'Adventureland' Apr 3, 2009
How could someone with such a fatal attraction to beautiful butts not notice hers. The movie is colorblind, but body-dumb. (Boston Globe)
The Roots of Problem Personalities Apr 2, 2009
Glenn Close s unforgettably vivid portrayal in the movie Fatal Attraction gave viewers a front-row look at the damaging mental illness known as borderline personality disorder (BPD). By itself, this ailment accounts for up to 10 percent of patients under psychiatric care and 20 percent of those who have to be hospitalized. (Scientific American)
Jon Voight to Attend 2009 Florida F... Mar 18, 2009
Voight s appearance and question-and-answer session on April 5 will be the concluding segment of the Festival s , which also includes screenings of Fatal Attraction, Crimes of Passion, and La Dolce Vita. About Midnight Cowboy. (Suite101.com)
Working on Mahesh Manjrekars TV show enriching: Achala Sachdev Mar 12, 2009
British actress Miranda Richardson has no regrets about having turned down the lead role in Fatal Attraction in 1987 because she thought the movie about a psychotic mistress was hideous. Richardson was offered the role co-starring Michael Douglas but she turned it down after reading the script. (Multichannel News)
Jeffrey Dean Morgan discusses his 'Watchmen' character Mar 10, 2009
("It's a 'Fatal Attraction' sort of psycho thing," he says. He's hoping that his schedule will let him move forward with plans to costar in "The Losers," an adaptation of the DC Comics series that would put him back in fanboy-film territory. (Boston Globe)
First date for the special relationship Mar 4, 2009
The fatal attraction of Tony Blair for George Bush was partly based on a still-bewildering personal chemistry but it was also underpinned by the pragmatic calculation that only Britain could steer America away from its own excesses ... The Brits still insist on "Fatal Attraction". (BBC News -- Americas)
Katzenberg Targets Nursing Home of Stooges' Larry, `Star Trek's' Dr. McCoy Feb 26, 2009
MPTF representatives, meanwhile, invited reporters to interview Katzenberg, 58, and Douglas, the star of Wall Street and Fatal Attraction whose family has contributed to the MPTF for decades. Katzenberg said the , which announced the planned closing in January, has been hurt by a 10 percent drop in payments from Medi-Cal, Californias public health-insurance program, starting in mid-2008, and investment losses. (Bloomberg)
A-Rod tells truth only because he got caught Feb 10, 2009
Or will he rise up from a near-drowning like Glenn Close at the end of Fatal Attraction. You know what happened to her in the end, anyway. (CBS News)
Jose Lambiet's Page2Live.com Feb 8, 2009
Actress Anne Archer (Patriot Games, Fatal Attraction) and NASCAR ace Kyle Petty were among the guests of honor. The $1,000-per-ticket sold out affair at had about 350 people mingle with the traditional ambassadors. (The Palm Beach Post)
